# GolfNow Compete vs LinksGolf

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: GolfNow Compete at none against LinksGolf's 4. GolfNow Compete also leads on ratings volume (5.6K vs 6) and device support (4 vs 2). LinksGolf's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LinksGolf sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. GolfNow Compete asks for nothing beyond the download.

LinksGolf holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GolfNow Compete has 5.6K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GolfNow Compete | LinksGolf |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (5.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golfnow-compete/id1451640918/reviews) | **[5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linksgolf/id1570706742/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5.6K** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 45.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 276 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [GolfNow.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/411930501) | [LinksGolf App, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1570706744) |

## What reviewers say

### GolfNow Compete

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/golfnow-compete/id1451640918)

Enhance your golf experience with a comprehensive app for competitive play. Track scores, challenge friends, and utilize GPS features for over 30,000 courses worldwide. Improve your game with advanced stats and find local tournaments.

**Highlights:** Live leaderboards, Virtual wagers, 30,000+ course GPS, Advanced stat tracking, Live scoring for up to 8 golfers, Tournament and event search, Custom competitions

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate GPS and yardages
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 💡 Ability to adjust pin position
- 🚀 Seamless transition from lock screen

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and login issues
- 🔨 Missing features from previous app
- 🔨 Inability to track 9-hole rounds
- 🔨 Can't add other players to a round
- 🔨 Limited statistics and scorecard history

**Reported bugs**

- GPS not working properly
- Auto-scoring feature not functioning
- Courses not showing up in search
- Handicap not updating correctly

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch compatibility
- Advanced statistics and analytics
- Ability to edit and delete scorecards
- Support for 9-hole rounds and competitions


### LinksGolf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linksgolf/id1570706742)

This app provides dynamic scoring for golf matches by automatically adjusting strokes based on player handicaps and course ratings. It allows golfers to compete remotely, even asynchronously, with a 7-day window to complete matches and supports season-long leagues.

**Highlights:** Automatic stroke adjustment for handicaps, Dynamic scoring for trusted competition, Remote play with 7-day match completion window, Season-long leagues for up to 6 players, In-app chat for communication, Personalized photos for match/league organization, Social media sharing of results

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekender Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Pro Status Yearly | $69.99 | per year |
| Yearly with 7 days free access | $69.99 | per year |
| Yearly with 3.99 / first month | $69.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GolfNow Compete free?

GolfNow Compete is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is LinksGolf free?

LinksGolf is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, GolfNow Compete or LinksGolf?

LinksGolf is rated higher. GolfNow Compete averages 4.7 out of 5 from 5.6K ratings, while LinksGolf averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.

### Do GolfNow Compete or LinksGolf have ads?

Both GolfNow Compete and LinksGolf show ads.

### Which is updated more often, GolfNow Compete or LinksGolf?

GolfNow Compete ships an update every 5 weeks, and LinksGolf every 5 weeks. Most recently, GolfNow Compete was updated on October 29, 2026 and LinksGolf on October 24, 2026.

---

*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*